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Bandcamp offers musicians community and tools to grow

Remember Mixtapes? Bandcamp adds shareable playlists

With a new update Bandcamp adds shareable playlists powered by ownership rather than passive streaming. Fans can only add tracks to their playlists if they’ve purchased them.

Bruce Houghton on 05/23/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Do Spotify playlists still matter? Playlist Marketing in 2025

Playlisting was once a top way to grow your music, but many artists got burned by fake streams and shady tactics. Do Spotify playlists still matter? There’s now a new and better way to use playlists to market music reach real fans.

Alana Bonilla on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Spotify Countdown Pages Upcoming release hub

Spotify Upcoming Releases Hub builds new release momentum

The new Spotify Upcoming Releases hub is dedicated to highlighting soon-to-be-released albums. It’s powered by Countdown Pages and is designed to build new release discovery and momentum.

Bruce Houghton on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to Leverage Algorithms and Free Tools to Grow a Fanbase

Sustained success as a musician is much more about playing the long game than going viral. Learn how to leverage algorithms and free tools to grow a loyal and lasting fanbase.

Bruce Houghton on 05/21/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Radio dominates ad-supported audio: 66% vs 12% for streaming

For all the attention that Spotify’s free tier and podcasting get, broadcast radio dominates ad-supported audio in time spent. That’s particularly true in older demos, according to a new Nielsen and Edison Research survey.

Bruce Houghton on 05/21/2025 in Music Marketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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What it means when Spotify Founders and Executives sell stock

When Spotify founder and executives sell stock worth $1.6 billion is it a bad sign of what’s ahead? Have we reached peak streaming?

Alana Bonilla on 05/20/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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The Unintended Consequences of Music Streaming [Mark Mulligan]

Streaming is changing fast in 2025 with new premium tiers and payment models, but the real impact may be the unexpected side effects. The growing unintended consequences of music streaming could reshape how artists earn, how fans listen, and what music gets heard.

Alana Bonilla on 05/19/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Upgrade A Spotify Artist Profile

Your Spotify artist profile is more than just a page, it’s a powerful tool to convert casual listeners into loyal fans and boost your income. Learn how to upgrade a Spotify Artist profile to increase streams, sell more merch, and fill more seats at your shows.

Alana Bonilla on 05/13/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Has music reached peak fragmentation?

“Thanks to both the internet’s democratizing force and the rise of recommendation algorithms, consumers are spreading their listening across more songs and artists than ever, while the “hits” are dominating less,” writes Tatiana Cirisano of MIDiA. But has music reached peak fragmentation?

Alana Bonilla on 05/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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SZA, Doechi and the Era of Honest Women in Hip-Hop

In 2025, authenticity is driving success. From Doechii’s Grammy win to the rise of honest rappers like SZA, Gen-Z’s demand for storytelling is reshaping popular music and ushering in the. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 05/07/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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